Merial Animal Health, manufacturers of FRONTLINE Combo® and FRONTLINE® Spot On flea treatments, has announced that Nicci Hawes (pictured right with son Sam and Merial representative James Woolley), head nurse at Barton Lodge Veterinary Centre, Hemel Hempstead, has won a competition for the best description of the flea lifecycle, held on the company's stand at BVNA Congress last year.

Nicci's correct explanation of the flea lifecycle led to her winning entry being drawn from over 500 vet nurses who entered the competition to win a weekend break for two worth £500.

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